Questions tagged [doctrine]
A body or system of teachings relating to a particular subject.
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Is the word 'real' synonymous with 'exists' in Buddhist doctrine?
Are these two words synonymous? Is everything that exists, real? Is everything real, an existent? What is a proper relationship between the words "real" and "exists" in the context ...
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The thorny issue of anatta
(English is not my mother tongue, sorry in advance if I make mistakes)
I recently read Thanissaro Bhikkhu's writings [1] [2] on anatta and although I found his arguments persuasive I am still ...
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Which path might be appropriate for me? [closed]
I've been learning about Dharma traditions for a while now.
In short: I am attracted by the figure of Siddhartha Gautama and by the fact that Buddhism is not based on faith in the scriptures (nastika)...
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Differences between the tilakkhana and the Dhamma seal
I suppose that there is (are) differences between the tilakkhana (anicca; dukkha and anatta) and the so-called three dhamma-seals (anicca; anatta and nibbana). Can anyone help me?
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Are there any body who achieved Nibbana currently (in the current world)
Are there any body who achieved Nibbana currently (in the current world).
If so give one or two names, please.
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Is it possible for a human being to live without the mind?
If a human being consists of two parts as mind and body, is it then possible to live without mind?
Appreciate your ideas.
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As a disciple of the Supreme Buddha, what would you do with an animal that is in severe pain?
You may get to see someone or an animal is sick and suffering in pain. You may be able to give that person or animal a medicine that helps relieve the pain somewhat. But sometimes there’s so much pain ...
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Animals and humans in Science vs. Buddhism
About the doctrine of the 31 realms of existence. I have a few questions, because science, especially the theory of evolution, makes a good argument for categorizing humans as animals.
Is this list ...
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What is the difference between kilesas and asavas?
What is the difference between kilesas and asavas? Or are they synonyms?
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Was the doctrine of 'Anatta', accepted as doctrine by modern Buddhism, actually taught by the Buddha?
Understanding of 'Anatta' is key to so much Buddhist meditation practice and philosophy that I've been exposed to but (call me conservative) I gain great confidence when the Buddha himself had ...
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Philosophical and Doctrinal Differences between Theravada and Zen, and its effects
The difference between Theravada and Zen may be like night and day. I favour Zen over Chinese Mahayana because I don't quite prefer the Pure Land beliefs. Hence, I want to compare these two.
I ...
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Is rebirth/reincarnation central to Buddhism?
Would you characterize belief in rebirth as a central component of Buddhism?
Are there Buddhists who do not believe in it?
How is this concept understood, i.e., what does rebirth mean (in as much ...
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Where does a person go after attaining Nirvana?
After attaining Nirvana, what happens to the person(conscious) after death?
Does the person cease to exist?
If not, does the person go to some peaceful place?
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Is Nirvana the goal for all Buddhist?
If I understand it correctly, Nirvana is the liberation from the endless cycle of rebirth, thereby terminating all sufferings.
Is Nirvana a goal which every Buddhist must achieve?
Is there any other ...
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Can personal experience generate buddhistic insight outside of meditation?
This is a question formed from an anecdotal experience, if this means that it is unsuitable for this format, I have no problem with it being removed.
Specifically, after seeing the news about a mass ...
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What teachings do all schools of Buddhism share?
Among the many schools and traditions, what core teachings are shared by all Buddhists?
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Buddhism, mothers and earthworms
My first exposure to Buddhism was watching Seven Years in Tibet in my German childhood. Most memorable were the following two scenes of Buddhist monks in orange robes.
In the one scene, some monks ...
